Executive Director

Arbor Terrace Basking Ridge is an award-winning senior living community in Basking Ridge, New Jersey, offering exceptional Assisted Living and Memory Care. At The Arbor Company, we honor individuality and celebrate each resident’s unique life through meaningful relationships, exceptional service, and a culture built on respect and connection.

About the role

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Executive Director to lead Arbor Terrace Basking Ridge. This is an exceptional opportunity for a proven senior living leader who excels at building strong teams, driving operational and financial performance, and creating an outstanding experience for residents, families, and team members.

As the Executive Director, you will have overall responsibility for the leadership and day-to-day operations of the community, including full P&L accountability. You will set the tone for the community and ensure excellence across resident care, team engagement, financial performance, sales and occupancy, and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead the overall operations and strategic direction of the community
• Maintain full responsibility for the community's P&L, budgeting, and financial performance
• Recruit, develop, coach, and retain a high-performing team of department leaders
• Drive strong resident, family, and team member satisfaction
• Partner with Sales and Marketing leadership to support occupancy and revenue goals
• Ensure compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal regulations
• Maintain a safe, welcoming, and engaging environment for residents and team members
• Establish clear expectations and accountability while fostering a positive, collaborative culture
• Identify opportunities to continuously improve operational performance and the resident experience

Requirements

• Active New Jersey CALA license required
• At least 3 years of senior living operations leadership experience, ideally at the Executive Director/Administrator level
• Demonstrated success managing P&L, budgets, occupancy, and financial goals
• Proven ability to build, lead, and retain high-performing leadership teams
• Strong knowledge of employee performance management and relevant HR practices
• Thorough understanding of senior living regulations, operational best practices, and industry trends
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and relationship-building skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word, as well as experience utilizing CRM and operational systems

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred

Pay

Salary Range: $170,000–$175,000 annually. Compensation will be based on experience, qualifications, and demonstrated leadership success.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive health benefits
• Retirement plans
• Wellness resources
• Additional programs designed to support our team members

About The Arbor Company

The Arbor Company, based in Atlanta, Georgia, manages more than 40 senior living communities across multiple states, with continued growth ahead. For more than 30 years, we have built a national reputation as a leader in senior living, including Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care. Our culture is rooted in deep mutual respect, accountability, and a genuine commitment to the people we serve. The tenure of our executive and community-based leadership teams reflects the strength of that culture.

If you are a proven senior living leader who knows how to balance exceptional resident experiences, strong team leadership, operational excellence, and financial performance, we'd love to hear from you.